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5 fruits to avoid when you’re on a diet

Does your diet plan include fruits? Well, here’s a newsflash: fruits don’t always aid weight loss. In fact, some are high in calories. Here are some fruits to avoid when on a diet.

1) BananasBananas are known to contain high calories and have a high glycaemic index which in turn raises the sugar levels in the body. Even though bananas help give a lot of energy, they are not good to consume when you are on a diet for weight loss.

2) Dried FruitsDried fruits shrink during the dehydration process as the water is removed, it's significantly higher in calories by volume than fresh fruit. So, nutritionists advice watching the portion size while consuming dried fruit.

3) MangoesThe mango might be the king of fruits but it also contains a lot of calories and if consumed regularly in a high amount it can lead to weight gain. However, mangoes are rich in nutrients so you can have a mango in two days.

4) FigsFigs are known for their high-calorie content so avoid salads or desserts with figs. They are high in sugar as well as calories.

5) AvocadosAvocados have approximately 400 calories per medium fruit and have a high fat content. It is not called butter fruit for nothing!